Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 78579
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78579 is an urban area.
Area Profile
2,548
Population
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 10.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$980
2BR Fair Market Rent
$871
Median Gross Rent
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Texas
- A veterinary practice costs $500K-$1.5M to start from scratch. Most new vets buy into existing practices or start mobile to reduce overhead.
- DEA registration, state veterinary license, and controlled substance permits all take time. Start applications 6 months before your target opening.
- Pet ownership rates vary by ZIP. Suburban areas with single-family homes consistently outperform dense urban cores for vet visit volume.
- Emergency and after-hours services command 2-3x standard pricing. Even offering limited emergency hours gives you a revenue edge in most markets.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
Nearby Markets
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78570
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78592
7.1 mi
Pop: 600
Walk: 4.5
78559
9.2 mi
Pop: 12,752
$48,117
78599
9.3 mi
Pop: 35,400
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Walk: 7.9
78537
9.6 mi
Pop: 51,346
$36,331
Walk: 8.3
78516
12.7 mi
Pop: 34,960
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78562
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Pop: 3,146
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About This Data
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits